TEN pupils sustained injuries after the school van they were travelling in overturned along Jalan Abdul Samad around 7am today, Johor state education and information committee chairman Aznan Tamin confirmed.
The van was carrying a total of 16 students, comprising three students from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Mohd Khalid, three from SMK Aminuddin Baki, and ten pupils from Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil (SJKT) Jalan Yahya Awal.
“All ten SJKT pupils suffered injuries ranging from broken hands and fingers to other minor wounds. The children are aged between 10 and 12 years and are now receiving treatment at Hospital Sultanah Aminah (HSA),” Aznan said in a statement posted on Facebook.
He described the incident as deeply distressing, particularly as it involved the safety of young schoolchildren.
Aznan gave his assurance that all affected students would receive the best possible medical care and monitoring.
“Authorities are carrying out a detailed investigation to determine the cause of the accident, and appropriate action will be taken to ensure student safety,” he added.
“Let us all pray for the swift recovery of those injured and for ease in all matters concerning them and their families,” he said.
Johor Bahru Selatan District Police Chief ACP Raub Selamat confirmed that a police report has been lodged and an investigation is ongoing. - July 18, 2025
